Dr. Brandy Baker is a clinical psychologist and executive clinical director at Intuition Wellness Center, where she uses creative and play-based therapeutic modalities to create a collaborative space with parents, teachers and other providers.

In today's episode, Shay Beider welcomes Dr. Baker to talk about what drew her to pediatric care. They also discuss what it means to be a parent today and the importance of having strong support systems. Dr. Baker also reflects on the effects of COVID-19 from a mental health standpoint, and she shares the diverse experiences among the families she treats.

SHOW NOTES:

• Here's the CDC page on Adverse Childhood Experiences
• Here's the link to Peter Levine's work on Somatic Experiencing
• Check out this link to learn more about Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
• Also, the quote by Frederick Buechner-"Here is the world. Beautiful and terrible things will happen. Do not be afraid."
• Learn more about Integrative Touch for Kids at www.integrativetouch.org!